Fancy a brew? Why England's footballers are hooked on mate tea
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England's secret World Cup weapon? South American 'mate' tea
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Mate tea is fuelling World Cup stars - but how good does it taste
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What is mate tea? Traditional South American drink loved by Lionel
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Mate tea is fuelling World Cup stars - but how good does it taste
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England's secret World Cup weapon? South American 'mate' tea
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England stars fuelled by 'mate' tea as they prepare to head to the
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What is mate tea ? Traditional South American drink loved by many
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